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Econ Nerds Live

Weekly discussion about the latest in economics. Made by Econ Nerds for other Econ Nerds and aspiring Econ Nerds

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01:06:11

H1B Visas, Apples and Hot Yoga

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/10/02

In this episode of Econ Nerds Live, hosts Matt Hill and Ariel Slunum, along with guest Rob Raffety, debate the new $100,000 fee. Then we have our news quiz featuring apples and our old friend EJ Antoni, PhD. Then we our economic illiterates of the week and a poorly named segment.Chapters02:49 Discussion on H1B Visa Fee Proposal07:01 Economic Implications of H1B Visa Holders22:11 ChatGPT Conversations: Interesting or Boring?26:12 Weekly News Quiz: Government Shutdown Insights44:09 Poorly Named

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00:45:45

Interview: Richard Sylla on Alexander Hamilton

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/09/27

Prof. Richard Sylla tells how Alexander Hamilton, a poor immigrant from the West Indies, dreamed up and then revolutionized America’s financial system, paving the way for 250 years of growth.Then Prof. Sylla tells us what the architect of the U.S. National debt would think about today’s national debt.00:00 Hamilton's Early Life and Move to America00:51 The Differences Between the West Indies and American Colonies04:56 Hamilton's Education and Early Writings08:25 Hamilton's Military

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00:58:56

Recession Fears, Firewood and Betting on the NY Mayor

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/09/19

How can you know if there is a recession coming? Are there some secret economic indicators?News Quiz! Coffee Prices and Chinese EVsThe economists are fighting over firewoodNot Investment Advice: Betting on the NY Mayor raceEcon in the Wild: Library books and Trump joins the trivia team01:09 Recession Fears and Economic Indicators04:57 Alternative Indices for Predicting Recessions09:03 Current Economic Data and Concerns14:10 News Quiz25:05 The Economists are fighting!35:02 Not Investment Advice: NY

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00:59:33

Occupational Licenses, Capitalism/Social popularity...

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/09/12

Do you have license for that haircut? What’s more popular socialism or capitalism? and does NPR know what a Depression is? All that on today’s Econ Nerds live.Noah Trudeau joins the Nerds to discuss occupational licensing. What is it? Why should you despise it? Which states are the worst offenders? Then we have anews quiz segment. Matt unveils a new segment where he fails to promote the podcast on Twitter. All that plus Econ Illiterate of the Week and Econ in the Wild. 00:00 Introduction to

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00:59:33

Do have a license for that casket? Capitalism v....

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/09/12

Do you have license for that casket? What’s more popular socialism or capitalism? and does NPR know what a Depression is? All that on today’s Econ Nerds live.Noah Trudeau joins the Nerds to discuss occupational licensing. What is it? Why should you despise it? Which states are the worst offenders? Then we have a news quiz segment. Matt unveils a new segment where he fails to promote the podcast on Twitter/X. All that plus Econ Illiterate of the Week and Econ in the Wild. 00:00 Introduction to

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00:55:46

Kawhi Salary, De Minimis, DeForestation

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/09/05

In this episode of Econ Nerds Live, hosts Matt Hill and Ariel Slonim discuss various economic topics, starting with the implications of Kawhi Leonard's signing with the LA Clippers. They explore the economics behind sports contracts, price ceilings, and market dynamics. The conversation shifts to a weekly news quiz covering economic regulations, including the de minimis loophole and its impact on trade. They also analyze misconceptions in the housing market, before concluding with a light-hearted

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00:42:03

Lisa Cook's research and firing, AI art, and Korean...

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/08/29

In this episode of Econ Nerds Live, hosts Matt Hill and Ariel Slonim have their usual news quiz. Then they discuss into the controversial firing of Lisa Cook from the Fed. Matt then summarizes Cook’s most famous paper and the data issues with it. The episode also features a segment on the 'Econ Illiterate of the Week,' focusing on Trump's dealings with Intel. Also discussed: Boeing and AI art.00:00 Introduction 02:46 News Quiz08:31 Holographic Crime Prevention in South Korea11:06 Federal

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00:59:22

BLS firing, US Open, and the futility of presents

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/08/22

In this episode of Econ Nerds Live, hosts Matt Hill and Ariel Slonim discuss various economic topics, including the recent turmoil at the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) following the firing of its head. They explore the implications of this event on data accuracy and public trust in economic statistics. Additionally, they introduce a new segment called 'Economic Illiterate of the Week. Chapters00:00 News Quiz14:08 The BLS Firing and Its Implications31:37 Economic Illiteracy of the Week40:18

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00:43:28

Can apprenticeships fix the Labor Market? with Kelly...

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/08/14

Kelly Vedi from https://kellyvedi.substack.com/ comes on to explore the significance of apprenticeships as a viable training strategy in the U.S., contrasting them with traditional education models. She outlines the historical context, current state, and cultural differences surrounding apprenticeships, emphasizing their potential benefits for both employers and young people. We discuss barriers to expanding apprenticeship programs, the role of AI, and the social aspects of vocational training

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00:48:36

Everything you wanted to know about Driverless Cars...

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/08/08

In this episode of Econ Nerds Live, we dive into the transformative world of driverless car technology with Andrew Miller, author of the substack: Changing Lanes and the forthcoming book "The End of Driving." We start with a transportation quiz before discussing the technological, regulatory and cultural barriers to a driverless car future. In the end, we get Andrew's takes on some prediction market driverless car bets.Check Andrew's substack here:

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00:49:07

Fed Speak vs. Trump Speak

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/08/01

In this episode of Econ Nerds Live, hosts Matt Hill and Ariel Slonim first have a news quiz before discussing Fed Independence and Trump v. Powell.The conversation shifts to vacation experiences, highlighting the cost of living and consumer surplus, before wrapping up with a discussion on economic observations from their travels.02:46 News Quiz14:28 Federal Reserve Independence and History20:03 Volcker's Impact and Political Relationships22:49 Fed Speak vs. Trump Speak26:45 Vacation Talk:

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01:24:57

Great Depression Myths with Price Fishback

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/07/26

In this episode, we have economic historian Price Fishback on to bust Great Depression myths, including:What Hoover actually didWhether the New Deal was truly KeynesianUnemployment vs. underemploymentWhether the New Deal was a cohesive policyThe role of HOLC redlining mapsCheck out Fishback's JEL article here https://www.aeaweb.org/articles?id=10.1257/jel.20161054And his book chapter in this volume: https://www.amazon.com/Government-American-Economy-New-History/dp/0226251284Be sure to check out

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01:03:25

Home Alone, Taylor Swift, misnamed Econ Concepts and...

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/07/18

In this episode of Econ Nerds Live, host Matt Hill and co-host Ariel Slonim welcome Jadrian Wooten from Monday Morning Economist (https://www.mondayeconomist.com/). They start with a news quiz. Then talk about their favorite Monday Morning Economist posts:How much would the pizza from Home Alone be today?Why do we buy fancier eggs when egg prices rise?Does Taylor Swift actually add to the economy?Then the conversation also gets very nerdy with a discussion on confusing terminology used in

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01:04:48

Fertility Crisis: Myths and Solutions with Susannah...

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/07/11

In this episode, Matt Hill and Ariel Slonim discuss the fertility crisis with guest Susannah Petitt. They explore the decline in birth rates, the impact of education and marriage trends, and the economic implications of a shrinking population. The conversation delves into the importance of innovation, the role of social media, and potential policy solutions to encourage family growth. Susannah shares insights on the misconceptions surrounding fertility and the need for supportive community

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00:48:44

Pole Vaulting, NY Mayor, AI Video, Buy Nothing

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/06/19

In this episode of the Econ Nerds podcast, hosts Matt Hill and Ariel Slonim explore various economic themes ranging from pole vaulting incentives to the impact of tariffs on job creation. They discuss the implications of NYC's free bus proposal, the economic contributions of K-Pop sensation BTS, and the evolving landscape of creative jobs in the age of AI. Then a life advice involving Bitcoin and personal finance decisions. The episode concludes with reflections on community initiatives like the

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00:43:58

Debt, Blueberries, Tattoo Removal and Homesteading

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/06/13

In this episode of Econ Nerds Live, hosts Matt Hill and Ariel Slonim delve into the pressing issue of national debt, exploring its implications and the government's options for managing it. Then a news quiz segment, where they test each other's knowledge on current events and economic trends. Then they unveil their new segment: "Not Investment Advice", where they give investment advice. The episode wraps up with discussions male friendships, homesteading and Lego Masters00:00 -

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00:49:41

Tariff Pause?, Trader Joes' Prices and Magic Wands

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/06/06

In this episode of Econ Nerds, hosts Matt Hill and Ariel Slonim discuss the recent legal challenges surrounding tariffs, the economic implications of presidential power over tariffs, and the collective action problems faced by Congress. They explore how uncertainty in tariff policies affects businesses and consumers, and delve into the broader economic concepts at play. The conversation also includes a fun news quiz that highlights various economic principles. Then they try to figure out the pricing

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00:48:43

Pennies, Ozempic, Are Ideas harder to find? and Slop

Econ Nerds Live ·

2025/05/30

In this inaugural episode of Econ Nerds Live, hosts Matt Hill and Ariel Slonim discuss various economic topics, including the recent decision to stop minting pennies, the impact of AI on jobs, the price fluctuations of Ozempic. They also explore the challenges of innovation and idea generation, the pricing of non-alcoholic beverages, and the economic lessons learned from personal experiences, such as dealing with crows in the backyard.00:00 - Introduction to Econ Nerds Podcast01:13 - The Death of

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